Iran decides to shift FIFA World Cup 2026 base camp from US to Mexico
Iran’s football team has decided to shift its FIFA World Cup 2026 base camp from the United States to Mexico after receiving approval from FIFA. The move comes amid rising geopolitical tensions involving Iran, the US and Israel ahead of next year’s tournament.
Iran were originally scheduled to train in Tucson, Arizona during the World Cup but will now reportedly base themselves in Tijuana, Mexico, which sits close to the US border and allows easier travel for their Group G fixtures in the US.
In a statement released on Saturday, Iran Football Federation president Mehdi Taj confirmed that FIFA had approved their request following discussions with tournament officials.
